On February 6, Netmarble Games held a press conference and revealed one of their latest projects, BTS World. As its title suggests, the game will feature the BTS members, and players will be tasked with managing and developing the members. Described as a “cinematic game,” it attempts to combine K-pop and “K-gaming” through a new format.

On February 6, a press conference was held to announce the nominations for the 15th year of the ceremony. The Korean Music Awards focuses on the albums and songs more than the artists, and musical achievement is considered rather than sales. The awards show aims to go beyond the barrier between mainstream and non-mainstream music.